Does Amherst College pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Amherst College employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.8 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Amherst College. This rating has improved by 18% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Amherst College?

93% of Amherst College employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Amherst College 4.5 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.5 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Amherst College?

Research Assistant (13) , Student Worker (8) , Intern (7) , Teaching Assistant (7) , Dining Services (4) , IT Specialist (4) , Summer Intern (4) , Undergraduate Research Assistant (4) , Administrative Assistant (3) , Campus Center Manager (3) , Community Advisor (3) , Lobby Attendant (3) , Office Assistant (3) , Program Director (3) , Visiting Assistant Professor (3)

What are the pros of working at Amherst College according to real employee reviews?

"The people here are mostly nice" ((in 26 reviews)); "Great benefits and pay." ((in 14 reviews)); "Flexible hours and clear expectations" ((in 13 reviews)); "Very flexible and great pay." ((in 8 reviews)); "beautiful campus and an affordable meal plan for staff" ((in 7 reviews))

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Good resume experience, but unpredictable workload - Computer Science Teaching Assistant Amherst College Employee Review

4.0

12 May 2026

Computer science teaching assistant

Recommend

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Pros

Good experience for resume, manageable WLB

Cons

Never know how much work any given shift will bring

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5.0

21 June 2026

Security officer

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Pros

Great boss and coworkers - flexible hours

Cons

Not applicable to be honest

5.0

4 June 2026

Research assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Great working environment and great mentorship from professors

Cons

Minimum wage pay, but expected for undergrad student

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